Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Future Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role merges foresight, technology, and business acumen to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to pioneer next-generation strategies that position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources, including AI-driven labs, quantum computing partnerships, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking. If you thrive at the intersection of emerging technologies and market disruption, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify 2026 market opportunities
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps with measurable innovation KPIs
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate and validate future-forward solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with compelling data narratives
- Monitor competitor innovation ecosystems and disruptor threats
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Author thought leadership content on future-focused business strategy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business Strategy, Technology, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation roles
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, IoT)
- Strong data analysis and scenario modeling capabilities
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Experience with foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi techniques)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ strategic initiatives implemented
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred